RE Finance for Investment Properties: How to Analyze Any Single-Family, Multifamily, or Commercial Property

RE Finance for Investment Properties: How to Analyze Any Single-Family, Multifamily, or Commercial Property

by Berges (Author)

Synopsis

This practical, real--world guide gives investors all the tools they need to make wise decisions when weighing the value and potential of investment properties. Written for old pros as well as novice investors, this friendly, straightforward guide walks readers step by step through every stage of property analysis. Whether youa re buying or selling, investing in big commercial properties or single--family rentals, youa ll find expert guidance and handy resources on every aspect of real estate finance, including: aeo Proven, effective valuation techniques aeo Finance tips for all different kinds of property aeo How various financing strategies affect investments aeo Structuring financial instruments, including leverage, debt, equity, and partnerships aeo Measurements and ratios for investment performance, including capitalization rates and gross rent multiplier ratios aeo Future and present value analysis aeo How the appraisal process works aeo Primary appraisal methods--replacement cost, sales comparison, and income capitalization--and how to know which one to use aeo How to understand financial statements, including income, balance, and cash flow aeo Case studies for single--family rentals, multifamily conversions, apartment complexes, and commercial office space aeo A detailed glossary of important real estate terminology

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Format: Illustrated
Pages: 288
Edition: 1
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Published: 23 Aug 2004

ISBN 10: 0471647128
ISBN 13: 9780471647126

Author Bio
STEVE BERGES is a real estate investment professional with over twenty--five years of experience. As Principal of Symphony Homes, he is an active investor specializing in creating value through various real estate mechanisms, including single--family houses, multifamily apartment complexes, and the development and construction of single--family and condominium housing communities. He holds an MBA degree in finance and marketing from Rice University. He is also the author of The Complete Guide to Buying and Selling Apartment Buildings and The Complete Guide to Flipping Properties, both from Wiley.